Tag Archives: trees

9-11 Memorial Trees

September 12, 2011 | Meghan Shinn | 9

Here’s the story behind the trees planted at the National September 11 Memorial & Museum in New York City.

Planting berrying shrubs or trees is the quickest way to increase the value of one’s property to wildlife. The natural habitat of the groups suggested here is for the most part open, sunny borders such as along a fence; some …

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Japanese Snowbell

April 5, 2011 | Meghan Shinn | 1

Japanese snowbell (Styrax japonica) is a good ornamental tree for small gardens, tight spaces or as an accent/focal point in a large garden.

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Black Knot Disease

March 8, 2011 | Meghan Shinn | 3

How to treat black knot, a disease that affects plum and cherry trees.

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Fringe Tree

March 8, 2011 | Meghan Shinn | 9

Fringe tree is a good ornamental tree for small gardens.

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Amur Chokecherry

February 28, 2011 | Meghan Shinn | 1

We love amur chokecherry (Prunus maackii) because it is a small deciduous tree with year-round interest.

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Norfolk Island Pine

February 1, 2011 | Meghan Shinn | 5

How do I care for a Norfolk Island pine? Will it grow outside?

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Cutting Branches for Forcing

January 25, 2011 | Meghan Shinn | 3

Here are a few things to remember when you’re cutting branches of shrubs to force into indoor bloom.

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Best Border Backbones

January 4, 2011 | Meghan Shinn | 5

When you’re planning a garden border, it’s crucial to include plants that provide constant visual interest. Here are tips for choosing trees, shrubs and perennials that create structure and maintain year-round interest.

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Bright Winter Stems

December 21, 2010 | Meghan Shinn | 3

To add bright interest to your garden, turn to these surprisingly vivid deciduous shrubs and trees.

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Growing Meyer Lemons

November 29, 2010 | Meghan Shinn | 12

Meyer lemons can be grown in containers, indoors or out.

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